Section 13550 Of Chapter 3. Liability For Debts Of Deceased Spouse From California Probate Code >> Division 8. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 3.

. Except as provided in Sections 11446, 13552, 13553, and 13554, upon the death of a married person, the surviving spouse is personally liable for the debts of the deceased spouse chargeable against the property described in Section 13551 to the extent provided in Section 13551.